17-Oct-2020, 02:37
I thought about this a lot, actually. Our tastes seem similar, as I game as well.
I love them as speakers for sure. If you have a bigger desk, you’ll likely love them. If not, you might find them a bit big, a bit too powerful, and the input/outputs a bit on the limiting side. I’ll explain.
While the speakers are on the smaller side v. the full size Phantoms, they aren’t small relative to a desk. For best imaging, the front of the speaker should be a bit proud (ie. extend beyond the edge of the surface they are on).
These puppies don’t need a sub, that’s for sure. Especially the 900s - the difference is noticeable. I own both.
I’ve found them reliable as speakers, but the some software updates have been a bit odd. UPnP implementations in some software has been the biggest issue I’ve had, which won’t affect your plan.
Stereo works great in wireless, but again, hopefully others can chime in on the lag in this configuration. Using UPNP, AirPlay, or anything other than a wired connection is too laggy for games, as you’ve no doubt realized. The mini toslink is what you’ll want.
PS - matte black looks great!
I love them as speakers for sure. If you have a bigger desk, you’ll likely love them. If not, you might find them a bit big, a bit too powerful, and the input/outputs a bit on the limiting side. I’ll explain.
While the speakers are on the smaller side v. the full size Phantoms, they aren’t small relative to a desk. For best imaging, the front of the speaker should be a bit proud (ie. extend beyond the edge of the surface they are on).
These puppies don’t need a sub, that’s for sure. Especially the 900s - the difference is noticeable. I own both.
I’ve found them reliable as speakers, but the some software updates have been a bit odd. UPnP implementations in some software has been the biggest issue I’ve had, which won’t affect your plan.
Stereo works great in wireless, but again, hopefully others can chime in on the lag in this configuration. Using UPNP, AirPlay, or anything other than a wired connection is too laggy for games, as you’ve no doubt realized. The mini toslink is what you’ll want.
PS - matte black looks great!
